Recent articles by Deryn Thorpe
Kings Park and Botanic Garden in Perth, Australia
Spread across 400 hectares in Perth’s inner city, Kings Park and Botanic Garden is a tranquil space filled with interest.
The Orchid Fields in Jersey, Channel Islands, British Isles
Roaming these pastures in spring, when they become a spectacular sea of wildflowers, is a must-do for orchid lovers.
Some like it hot
There are plenty of potted plants that thrive in the heat but here are a few faves.
Hillside haven
After years of gardening in the unforgiving climate of the Western Australian Wheatbelt, one couple has realised their long-held desire for an abundant cottage garden.
Go wild for wildflowers!
From June to November, Western Australia becomes a tapestry of colour as different regions take turns to burst into bloom. Discover a few colourful varieties you can grow at home!
Grow beautiful sunflowers
Many gardeners love sunflowers: they radiate happiness and make a bold statement. Here are five great-looking options.
Step this way!
Steppers are the finishing touch to a garden, creating pathways through beds, and connections between different zones. To soften their edges, consider adding some plants. Here are three choices.
5 tough pot plants for a hot summer
Here are five pot plants that can take the heat — a native, a succulent, a grass, a flowering ornamental and a fruit. And there are heaps more where they came from!
Five top edging materials
Edging is the unsung hero of the garden, creating defined lines that give the landscape a clean, finished appearance. Whichever type you choose, it provides the essential finishing touch to your landscaping.